Street food, live music and local makers on warm summer evenings. Here's my guide to Perth's best twilight and night markets for 2026/27.
Warm nights, great food
As the days get longer, Perth’s twilight markets come alive. They’re one of my favourite ways to spend a summer evening: free to wander, full of great food, and usually with live music.
Here’s my guide to the best twilight and night markets in Perth this summer.
“A Friday night at the markets is the perfect start to the weekend. I like to do a lap first, then come back for whatever smelled the best.”
Alex Hamilton, Editor
Twilight Food Market, Perth CBD
The Twilight Food Market takes over Forrest Place in the Perth CBD every Friday from 4.30pm to 9.30pm. The 2026/27 season runs from 2 October to 30 April, with street food from around the world and live entertainment.
Entry is free. Note there’s no market on 25 December, 1 January, 15 January or 26 March.
Scarborough Sunset Markets
Set around the Clocktower and Scarborough Square in Scarborough, the Sunset Markets move to Thursday nights over summer. Expect food trucks, market stalls, local drinks and live entertainment, with the sun setting over the ocean.
Make a day of it with our guide to things to do in Scarborough.
Subi Night Market, Subiaco
The Subi Night Market at Market Square in Subiaco runs until 8 May 2027. It features rotating international food vendors, local makers, artisan stalls and live entertainment.
Kalamunda Night Market
Up in the hills, the Kalamunda Night Market runs on selected Fridays until May 2027 in the Kalamunda town centre. It’s a relaxed, community market with local makers, crafts, food trucks and music.
Guildford Twilight Market
Held in Stirling Square, right next to Guildford train station, this market is set under beautiful old sugar gums. It has local artisans, food vendors, live entertainment and kids’ activities. Check the organiser’s Facebook page for upcoming dates.
Joondalup Night Market and Christmas Markets
The Joondalup Night Market runs in the Joondalup City Centre with food trucks, artisan stalls and live music. From 28 November, its Christmas markets run on Saturdays, which are perfect for finding a unique gift.
Fremantle Markets
While not a night market, the historic Fremantle Markets in Fremantle are a must for Christmas shopping, with more than 150 stalls under one roof. Check their website for opening hours over the holidays.
Prefer a morning market?
If you’re an early riser, the Victoria Park Farmers Market in John MacMillan Park is a great Saturday morning option, with fresh local produce, coffee and breakfast stalls.
Market tips
- Bring cash as a backup, as not every stall takes cards.
- Arrive early for the best choice of food and shorter queues.
- Catch public transport where you can, as parking fills fast.
- Bring a reusable bag for your market finds.
See you at the markets
From the CBD to the hills, Perth’s twilight markets are a fun, free way to enjoy a summer evening. Grab some friends, bring your appetite and enjoy.
Featured image: Fremantle Markets. Photo: Gnangarra, CC BY 2.5 AU via Wikimedia Commons
Frequently Asked Questions
It runs in Forrest Place every Friday from 4.30pm to 9.30pm, from 2 October 2026 to 30 April 2027. There’s no market on 25 December, 1 January, 15 January or 26 March.
